What is the cheapest way to get from Watford to Ilford?

The cheapest way to get from Watford to Ilford is to drive which costs £6 - £10 and takes 38 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Watford to Ilford?

The fastest way to get from Watford to Ilford is to drive which takes 38 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Watford and Ilford?

No, there is no direct bus from Watford to Ilford. However, there are services departing from Beechen Grove and arriving at Ilford / Chapel Road via Edgware Bus Station and Turnpike Lane Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Watford and Ilford?

No, there is no direct train from Watford to Ilford. However, there are services departing from Watford Junction and arriving at Ilford via Euston station and Liverpool Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 53 min.

How far is it from Watford to Ilford?

The distance between Watford and Ilford is 28 miles. The road distance is 28.1 miles.

How do I travel from Watford to Ilford without a car?

The best way to get from Watford to Ilford without a car is to train which takes 53 min and costs £12 - £60.

How long does it take to get from Watford to Ilford?

It takes approximately 53 min to get from Watford to Ilford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Watford to Ilford bus from?

Watford to Ilford bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, depart from Beechen Grove station.

Where do I catch the Watford to Ilford train from?

Watford to Ilford train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Watford Junction station.

Train or bus from Watford to Ilford?

The best way to get from Watford to Ilford is to train which takes 53 min and costs £12 - £60. Alternatively, you can line 142 bus and line 221 bus and line 123 bus, which costs £4 - £65 and takes 3h 15m.

Where does the Watford to Ilford bus arrive?

Watford to Ilford bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, arrive at Edgware Bus Station.

Where does the Watford to Ilford train arrive?

Watford to Ilford train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Watford to Ilford?

Yes, the driving distance between Watford to Ilford is 28 miles. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Watford to Ilford.

How do I get a train ticket from Watford to Ilford?

Book your Watford to Ilford train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Ilford?

There are 20508+ hotels available in Ilford.

Watford to Ilford - 5 ways to travel via train, line 142 bus, and line 221 bus

How to get fromWatford to Ilford

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 5 ways to get from Watford to Ilford by train, bus, car, taxi, or subway

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Watford Junction to London Eustontrain Milton Keynes Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Liverpool Street Station to Ilfordtrain Elizabeth
53 min
£12–60
Line 142 bus, line 221 bus, line 123 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Beechen Grove to Edgware Bus Stationbus 142
2. Take the bus from Edgware Bus Station to Turnpike Lane Stationbus 221
3. Take the bus from Turnpike Lane Bus Station to Ilford / Chapel Roadbus 123
3h 15m
£4–65
Drive 27.9 mi
1. Drive from Watford to Ilfordcar 27.9 mi
38 min
£7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Watford to Ilfordtaxi 27.9 mi
38 min
£65–85
Subway, train
1. Take the subway from Watford station to Farringdon stationsubway Metropolitan
2. Take the train from Farringdon Without to Ilfordtrain Elizabeth
1h 16m
£24–78

Watford to Ilford by train and subway

868Weekly Services

53 minAverage Duration

£12Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Watford to Ilford.

Launch map view

Distance: 27.7 mi
Duration: 53 min

What companies run services between Watford, England and Ilford, England?

You can take a train from Watford Junction to Ilford via London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and Liverpool Street Station in around 53 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Beechen Grove to Ilford / Chapel Road via Edgware Bus Station, Turnpike Lane Station, and Turnpike Lane Bus Station in around 3h 15m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Other operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.